What's for dinner tonight?

Pamstimelines
Pamstimelines Posts: 79 Member
in Food and Nutrition
I'm stuck - like to try new things but I don't enjoy the grocery store so much and I don't buy anything elaborate so I tend to make the same old simple things.

Looking for new ideas - So what are you making?
Thanks!
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  • MinnieInMaine
    MinnieInMaine Posts: 6,400 Member
    Do you like fish? I've been loving this recipe lately:

    http://www.myrecipes.com/recipe/chip-crusted-fish-fillets-50400000117838/

    I don't bother with the salt, just slater on a light coating of Miracle Whip then hand crush the chips in the bag and spread them out over the fish. Also, I use tin foil, not parchment paper - works just fine. Some cuts of fish are a bit thicker on the ends so it may take up to 12 minutes to be fully cooked but for the most part, 10 minutes is just right. IMHO, the ranch dressing isn't necessary either. I usually serve with a ceasar salad and a little rice.
  • rhoule76
    rhoule76 Posts: 217 Member
    Homemade, crock pot chili! I make it with lean turkey burger.
  • thebigcb
    thebigcb Posts: 2,210 Member
    Chicken WIngs, Franks Hot Sauce and CHips
  • Sophieanna17
    Sophieanna17 Posts: 24 Member
    Tonight I'm making Turkey Meatloaf, from skinnytaste.com The entire recipe makes 4 servings. My husband will have 2/3 of the loaf and I'll have 1/3 of the loaf - One serving is 258.8 calories. I like making this recipe because when it's gone, it's gone. No sneaking (nightime sneaking is a bad habit of mine, I've realized.)

    When I get in a rut, I like skinnytaste.com for ideas. I was in a rut myself today and dug myself out by planning tonight and tomorrow night (chicken rollatini with spinach and parmesan cheese.) I also like the cooking lite website for ideas.

    Looking forward to hearing other ideas. We all get stuck, bored, and in a routine of not trying new things. In fact, a goal I have for December is to print 15 new recipes to try in January, handy in a folder so I don't get lost on the internet trying to figure out something yummy and new!
  • sfbaumgarten
    sfbaumgarten Posts: 912 Member
    Chips, salsa, & plain nonfat greek yogurt!
  • knitapeace
    knitapeace Posts: 1,013 Member
    Spaghetti with meat sauce. Gotta keep the kids happy and it's good for the old protein number!
  • bf43005
    bf43005 Posts: 287
    OMG I didn't take out anything for dinner tonight LOL! Last night was my work Christmas party and I got home late (but didn't overeat at the party) and totally forgot. I guess I'm lucky I remembered to bring lunch today.
  • hmaddpear
    hmaddpear Posts: 610 Member
    The SO is cooking Lamb in Orange Sauce. I'm not sure what goes in it, apart from Lamb, oranges, onions and courgettes. But it is sure tasty! I'll probably have it with a small serving of cous cous, which is also delicious when cooked in stock.
  • Tedebearduff
    Tedebearduff Posts: 1,155 Member
    Food
  • Mischievous_Rascal
    Mischievous_Rascal Posts: 1,791 Member
    Chickpea and vegetable curry over brown rice. Quck, easy and yummy!!
  • jmidge2
    jmidge2 Posts: 1 Member
    grilled chicken breast, two cups of spinach and a yam! clean
  • Pamstimelines
    Pamstimelines Posts: 79 Member

    When I get in a rut, I like skinnytaste.com for ideas. I was in a rut myself today and dug myself out by planning tonight and tomorrow night (chicken rollatini with spinach and parmesan cheese.) I also like the cooking lite website for ideas.


    Thanks for the website, I was unaware of this one and it looks good!
  • Pamstimelines
    Pamstimelines Posts: 79 Member
    Thanks for the Great Ideas and keep 'em coming! :happy:
  • AusAshMommy
    AusAshMommy Posts: 845 Member
    Hubby & the kids are having Frozen Lasagna, I am probably going to have a Grilled Ham & Cheese sandwich with a salad on the side - mixed greens, bacon bits, croutons, with Raspberry Vinaigrette dressing - simple & easy
  • casiobarnes
    casiobarnes Posts: 78 Member
    Baked sweet potato, half a baked chicken breast (they are monster breasts, good grief), mixed greens with feta, kalmata olives, tomato, and capers. Mmm, salty, haha!
  • sjp_511
    sjp_511 Posts: 476 Member
    Chicken stir-fry with rice. I stock my freezer with the frozen stir-fry veggie mix from Kroger - it oftens goes on sale for 10 for $10. I have some chicken breast thawed out in the fridge - I will cook the chicken, add veggies, some sauce and serve with brown rice. Healthy, delicious and filling in less than 20 minutes.
  • amgreenwell
    amgreenwell Posts: 1,267 Member
    Salmon and edamame are my dinner tonight. I have been eating salmon almost every evening with a grain and/or veggie, depending on what is on hand. I have enjoyed different ways to flavor the salmon but cooking it with salsa on top is pretty amazing!!
  • marissa2224
    marissa2224 Posts: 11 Member
    My refrigerator broke today, so hopefully something that doesn't give me food poisoning. That kind of weight loss just isn't sustainable...

    Probably a giant salad to make up for the cookies I had for breakfast.
  • Keiras_Mom
    Keiras_Mom Posts: 844 Member
    Today is a semi-fasting day for me, so I'll just be having Greek yogurt.

    Yesterday, though, I had a fantastic, low calorie dinner. I steamed a couple of tilapia fillets (steam bags in the microwave), topped with lemon juice and salsa, and roasted fresh Brussels sprouts. It was fantastic!
  • Efflictim
    Efflictim Posts: 147 Member
    Chicken breast cutlets, green beans, and broccoli
  • twixlepennie
    twixlepennie Posts: 1,074 Member
    Maybe a bowl of oatmeal if I'm hungry. I had a brunch event at 10am and after my run I'll be eating a large lunch-steak with green peppers and mushrooms, large sweet potato and then a salad. I also have leftover cinnamon rolls from the brunch so I'll probably have one of those at some point today as well :)
  • Lynn_babcock
    Lynn_babcock Posts: 220 Member
    I have a family to make dinner for so we're having shrimp stir fry over brown rice. Lots of broccoli, some carrots, slice garlic cloves, onions, I think I have a bell pepper. Seasoning are ginger, chinese 5-spice, and soy sauce. I think I'll actually measure everything as I'm putting it in and get a baseline for my stir frys.
  • Levesque_7
    Levesque_7 Posts: 104
    turkey burger and a salad for me!
  • Phoenix_Warrior
    Phoenix_Warrior Posts: 1,633 Member
    A swai fillet, quinoa and broccoli :D
  • Izanami66
    Izanami66 Posts: 181 Member
    Tonight, chicken spaghetti- whole wheat pasta topped with chicken breast in a homemade (from crushed tomatoes) sauce, and salad on the side. Last night was baked trout with salt, pepper, and garlic, with steamed mixed veggies and roasted cubed sweet potatoes. Mmmm, was it good! I love making cubed sweet potatoes with middle eastern seasonings (I use salt, pepper, a bit of garlic powder and equal parts cinnamon, cumin, coriander, and cardamom.) and a bit of olive oil. They are sweet, savory, and sooooo delicious!!! I would highly suggest them if you're into sweet potatoes. Lovin' all the other ideas, too! :flowerforyou:
  • pullipgirl
    pullipgirl Posts: 767 Member
    baked chicken thighs with cheddar broccoli rice
  • Kanzaki3
    Kanzaki3 Posts: 656 Member
    Bowl of oatmeal, whey protein, pop tarts, and ice cream.
  • Shuuma
    Shuuma Posts: 465 Member
    Baked tilapia with garlic/cheese zucchini halves.
  • PatiencePerceptionandPeace
    PatiencePerceptionandPeace Posts: 31 Member
    Extra Lean Turkey burgers with diced spiced veggies embedded in the meat, cooked in beer, covered with extra sharp cheddar cheese on a everything bagel thin. Side dish is a sweet potato diced, baked for 40 at 400F. Amazing meal...amazing. Oh, and I put spinach on the burger as well
  • nicnz
    nicnz Posts: 159 Member
    Nothing organised @ home - so will be takeaways tonight after gym... i think lamb and salad in pita bread.

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